My cat can't walk from collapsed joints. Will she get better without surgery?

Question

I am having a problem with my cat. She can't seem to walk, we took her to the vet, and according to the x-ray she has Collapse of the lumbosacral space and collapse of the shoulder joints. They want to do a CT scan but that's a lot of money. She is still eating and drinking, we just have to carry her everywhere. Is there a chance she can get better over time? Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Female | spayed | 13 lbs

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

If Amy has prolapsed discs in the areas where she has collapsed spaces on x-ray then she might improve with time, but surgery is much more successful. Sometimes an x-ray can show collapsed intervertebral spaces but there is not spinal cord compression in these areas, which is why a CT scan is a much better way to diagnosed a prolapsed disc and spinal cord compression. There are other neurologic diseases that could cause similar signs as well. The results of Amy's neurologic exam might also help determine her prognosis so you may want to ask your veterinarian what they think the chances of recovery are without surgery. You should be sure to keep a close eye on her urination and defecation as well since sometimes animals with paralysis will have difficulty voiding.

My cat can't walk from collapsed joints. Will she get better without surgery?

Most Helpful Answer

Related Questions

Why is my mouse's eye swollen, cloudy, and has pus?

What fish dog food helps dry skin if my dog eats Science Diet?

What's the best way to feed my hamster when I'm going on a trip?

Can chickens eat bell peppers daily and what about veggie salads?

My newly adopted pet won't eat hay. What can I do to encourage it?

My pet is breathing hard, not eating, and lethargic. What's wrong?

Share